Free Stat Counter, as the name suggests, is free. This service includes a sponsor link that is built into the code you display, so they generate revenue from advertising, but you may now want the sponsor information on your website. Internet site Hit Counters offers a great variety of counter graphics to choose between, in all sizes, shapes and colors. This service also adds a sponsor into their code that either links back to website Hit Counter’s website or the sponsor. This informative site also offers good resources, tips services, guides and info for web designer.
Free Hits Counter is another free stat counter. Just plug in your website information and you are ready to go. This site is also free as the counters are funded by advertisers who receive a small link.
If you do decide to go for one of the free web site traffic counters, make sure that you do not alter the code (for example, to take out the sponsor link) as this violates their conditions of service.